PMP Certification Training Chicago

PMP Certification Training Chicago

Register for our PMP Certification Training Class in Chicago and we guarantee you will pass the exam. Our 4-Day Classroom, Instructor-Led Project Management Professional Certification Training Boot Camp is intended for project managers who are looking to acquire the PMP Certification fast and with dedicated support. Our PMP Certification Training is primarily based on the specifications set forth by PMI and is aligned to the PMBOK. Our core curriculum simultaneously provides you with comprehension and understanding of the test content as well the latest advanced test taking skills and tricks. The course modality seamlessly blends complicated learning with simple, memorable concepts that can be recalled and useful on the test. By the end of this course you will have an increased comprehension of the key principles and knowledge areas ensuring you are prepared to earn your PMP Certification. The core objective of this course is to adequately prepare students to successfully pass the PMP examination.

We have skilled instructors that not only instruct classes, but put in to practice the same concepts they teach. Our instructors are dedicated mentors to your goal and pursuit of learning. We believe that better training comes from more equality and connection between the instructor and student. In this course we use proven adult learning concepts, such as Bloom’s Taxonomy and Knowles’ Theory of Andragogy. The lunch and snacks we provide during class will enable you to stay in an optimal learning state. Everything in our class is designed to ensure you are able to keep focused on achieving PMP Certification. At completion of our course you will be fully prepared and ready to pass the PMP Exam and become a Project Management Professional (PMP).

PMP Certification Course Syllabus

Our curriculum uses a problem-based and collaborativeapproaches to learning. We emphasize more equality and connection between the instructor and learner. We blend these approaches with simple memorization techniques in order to keep the vast amount of information organized and memorable. The entire design of the course is focused on ensuring your readiness to pass the PMP Certification Exam.

Day 1 includes introductions, overview of the process for the test, professional and social responsibility, framework, processes, and project selection and Project Integration Management. There is homework required at the end of day one.

Day 2 will cover Project Stakeholder Management followed byProject Scope Management andProject Time Management.Project Cost Management begins on day two but does not include covering Earned Value Management. There is homework required at the end of day two.

Day 3 covers Earned Value Management and then Project Quality Management,Project Human Resources Management and Project Communications Management. The first two process steps of Project Risk Management may also be covered; the more covered in Risk on day three, the shorter day four will be.

Day 4 covers the remaining Project Risk Management processes and then Project Procurement Management. After lunch break on Day 4 we administer a final 100-question practice test. The exam normally takes students about 2 hours. The final test score as well as the 13 section scores are used to conduct a final Stoplight Assessment with each student. This assessment reviews in class performance and provides an honest feedback about individual readiness to take the real exam. The PMP Road map, provided to each student in a PMP Pre-Class Advance Reading document gives each student a guide of what their next steps should be based on the Stoplight Assessment.

PMP Certification Course Outline

Introduction

PMP Exam Requirements

Exam Questions Format Review

Exam-Taking Tips

Pre-Course Assessment & Review

Project Management Concepts

PMBOK Definitions

Organizational Structure

Project Life Cycle and the Project Management Process Groups

Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility

PM Process Groups and Knowledge Areas

Project Management Process Groups

Project Management Knowledge Areas

Project Integration Management

Overview of Project Integration Management

Develop Project Charter

Develop Project Management Plan

Direct and Manage Project Work

Monitor and Control Project Work

Perform Integrated Change Control

Close Project or Phase

Project Scope Management

Overview of Project Scope Management

Plan Scope Management

Collect Requirements

Define Scope

Create WBS

Validate Scope

Control Scope

Project Time Management

Overview of Project Time Management

Plan Schedule Management

Define Activities

Sequence Activities

Estimate Activity Resources

Estimate Activity Duration

Develop Schedule

Control Schedule

Project Cost Management

Overview of Project Cost Management

Plan Cost Management

Estimate Costs

Determine Budget

Control Costs

Project Quality Management

Overview of Project Quality Management

Plan Quality Management

Perform Quality Assurance

Control Quality

Project Human Resource Management

Overview of Project Human Resource Management

Plan Human Resource Management

Acquire Project Team

Develop Project Team

Manage Project Team

Project Communications Management

Overview of Project Communications Management

Plan Communications Management

Manage Communications

Control Communications

Project Risk Management

Overview of Project Risk Management

Plan Risk Management

Identify Risks

Perform Qualitative Risk Analysis

Perform Quantitative Risk Analysis

Plan Risk Response

Control Risks

Project Procurement Management

Overview of Project Procurement Management

Plan Procurement Management

Conduct Procurements

Control Procurements

Close Procurements

Project Stakeholder Management

Overview of Stakeholder Management

Identify Stakeholders

Plan Stakeholder Management

Manage Stakeholder Engagement

Control Stakeholder Engagement

End of Course Review

Final Exam - PMP Exam Simulation

Group Training Exercises

Each chapter contains practice exercises targeted at the range of learning styles

Network Diagram Exercises

Earned Value Exercises

Knowledge Check - Practice Exam designed to determine PMP readiness

Here's What our Students Say About Us:

I wanted to take a moment to pass along that I sat for the PMP exam yesterday. I was able to pass the exam. Thank you for your help in the prep course. I would not have passed without that course and what you taught me.

- Robert R.

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100% Money-Back Pass Guarantee

We stand behind our course and methodology. To prove it, we provide a true 100% money-back pass guarantee with no hoops or exceptions. Our commitment to you is simple:

You must attend the entire project management certification course.

You must sit for the exam within six months of completing the course, to make sure you don't forget it all.

If you do not pass your certification exam in three attempts, we will refund your entire course tuition.

All we ask is that you study hard and take advantage of the extensive PMP Exam prep materials and study aids we provide.

PMP Certification Frequently Asked Questions

How can do I apply to sit for the exam?

Candidates must complete an online application with the Project Management Institute (PMI). The application asks you to detail some of your work history and education. Once started, you have 90 days to complete it. It has an auto-save function so you can come back to it if you take a break from working on it. Once submitted, an employee of the Project Management Institute will review it.

Typically, it takes about 3-5 five business days to review your application. Once approved, you will receive an e-mail from PMI. In the email will be an eligibility code. You will need this code to pay for and schedule the second part of the PMP certification process: the exam.

How do I schedule time to sit for the exam?

Once you are eligible to take the exam, the scheduling instructions received from PMI will instruct you to contact Prometric, to select a date and location for taking the exam. The PMP exam is a computer-based exam and may be scheduled by applicants at any time available at any of the Prometric sites.

Information about site locations and scheduling may be found at Prometric’s website at www.prometric.com. Select the “Professional Licensure and Certification” for test type and “Project Management Institute” for testing program.

How much does it cost to sit for the PMP exam?

The exam costs $405 for PMI members and $555 for non-members. The annual fee for PMI membership is $139, so you save a few dollars if you become a member and then schedule your exam.

What if I have to cancel my test date after scheduling the exam?

You may reschedule or cancel your exam if done at least two full days prior to your exam date. However, canceling or rescheduling the exam within 30 days of a scheduled exam date will incur a rescheduling fee of $70. Be sure to confirm the cancellation/rescheduling guidelines with Prometric when scheduling the exam.

How is the PMP exam administered?

The PMP exam is a psycho-metrically based, computer exam of 200 multiple choice questions. The exam is offered by an independent testing company, Prometric, and each exam question has one correct answer. You have four hours to complete the exam. Many test-takers finish the exam with little time to spare. Each question has a level of difficulty assigned to it by PMI. The “mix” of difficult and easy questions determines how many questions you need to answer correctly. At the end of the four hours, your exam will be graded immediately and you will receive your results.

The scores are the following:

Below Proficient

Moderately Proficient

Proficient

It is possible to receive a below proficient score in one area and still pass. However, you will need to offset that below proficient score with higher scores in all other areas.

How many hours of study time are necessary to pass the exam?

The exact amount of time varies depending on individual learning styles and comfort level. Generally students should expect to spend around 20-40 hours studying in addition to the time spent in the PMP Certification Exam Prep Boot Camp class.

A successful study plan would be the following:

Begin to Read the PMBOK® Guide

Read the Pre-Class Advance Reading Guide we provide when you register

Attend a our PMP Certification Boot Camp Training Class

Use our exam simulator to take a practice exams

If you consistently score above 80% on our practice exams, or when your instructor gives you the Green Light, you are ready to take the exam

What study materials are needed to prepare for the exam?

We provide complete course materials to our PMP Certification Preparation students. Besides hundreds of pages of useful information, study aids, and references, students in our classes also receive a 90-day subscription to our online simulation of the PMP exam with over 500 practice test questions.

It is estimated that approximately 70% of exam questions come directly from the PMBOK® Guide. Students are encouraged to purchase the current edition of A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge®, available at the PMI Bookstore or other retailers. PMI Members have access to a free e-copy of the PMBOK® Guide online that may be downloaded.

All the questions on the examination have been written and extensively reviewed by qualified PMP credential holders and tracked to at least two academic references. These questions are mapped against the PMP Examination Content Outline to ensure that an appropriate number of questions are in place for a valid examination.

Sample exam questions and suggested reading are also available on the PMI web site.

PMP Training Location

Chicago - Downtown

Our Training facility is strategically located Downtown in the Chicago Loop. It is very close to three interstates I-90, I-290 and I-94 and just a few blocks from Chicago Union Station and many Metra commuter rail stations and bus routes.

Why choose us for your PMP Certification Training?

Our PMP Exam Prep Boot Camp in Chicago is an accelerated, guaranteed path to achieving your PMP certification. We blend proven learning concepts with simple memorization techniques to make sure you are able to keep the vast amount of information we cover organized and memorable.

After attending our 4 day boot camp class, you will achieve Project Management Certification on your first attempt, Guaranteed.

Here are a few more key reasons to join our class.

Experience: We have the largest team of veteran PMP instructors. Our curriculum uses proven adult learning concepts, such as Bloom’s Taxonomy and Knowles’ Theory of Andragogy, for maximum learner engagement and motivation.

Thought leadership: Our PMP Courses have been uniquely developed to ensure a high degree of correlation between the subject matter and the proficiency examinations. Our class use problem-based and collaborative approaches to learning. We emphasize more dialogue and interaction between the PMP instructor and PMP student.

Proven Results: Our PMP Boot Camp gets you ready Faster, Better and with More Support along the way. 98% of our students pass the exam the First Time they take it.

Firm Course Dates: When you register for one of our classes, you are guaranteed it will run as scheduled. You can focus on your PMP training and certification, and not worry about cancellations or delays.

100% Money-Back Guarantee: We know your PMP certification training is an important milestone in your career. We understand the value you place in spending your time and money wisely. That’s why we back up all of our courses with a 100% money-back guarantees: if you don’t pass, you don’t pay.

Who Should Attend PMP Certification Training

This course is intended for individuals who wish to obtain their Project Management Professional (PMP)® credential. If you are an experienced project manager, who is responsible for key aspects of project delivery, including leading and directing teams, then PMP Certification is right for you. Prior to taking the PMP exam, PMI® requires you to prove you have 2-5 years of project management experience and 35 contact hours of project management education. Typical job titles for PMP aspirants include: Associate project managers, project managers, IT project managers, project coordinators, project analysts, project leaders, senior project managers, team leaders, product managers, program managers, project sponsors, and project team members seeking the PMP Certification. Our PMP Certification training course is designed to help you earn your PMP credential the fastest, easiest way possible.